1921 In Science

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1920 In Science

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1922 In Science

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The year 1921 in Science and Technology included many events, some of which are listed here.

CHEMISTRY

Thomas Midgley discovers the effective anti-knocking properties of Tetra-ethyl Lead , which is used in "leaded" Gasoline (petrol).

MEDICINE

July 27 - Researchers at the University Of Toronto led by Biochemist Frederick Banting announce the discovery of the Hormone Insulin .

PHYSICS

T. Kaluza demonstrates that a five-dimensional version of Albert Einstein 's equations unifies Gravitation and Electromagnetism .

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